Stage 0 Cancer: What is 'stage zero' of cancer? Doctor advised to never ignore these 7 signs

People often panic on hearing the name of cancer disease, but if this disease is detected in the beginning, it is possible to cure it. The initial stage of cancer is called 'stage zero' or pre-cancer condition. In this condition, cancer does not develop completely, but some early signs are seen in the body. If these signs are recognized in time, then prevention of cancer or its effective treatment may be possible. Cancer surgeon Dr. Shailesh Puntambekar told in a podcast that the signs of stage zero cancer are often mild, so people ignore them. However, these signs can be a sign of a serious problem in the body, which should never be ignored. Let us know the 7 signs told by Dr. Shailesh which can point to stage zero cancer.

frequent mouth ulcers

If you frequently get ulcers in your mouth and they do not heal for a long time, it could be a sign of a pre-cancerous condition. Do not ignore it and consult a doctor immediately.

White patches on tongue

White or red patches on the tongue or in the mouth can also be early symptoms of cancer. If these patches grow over time, it can be serious.

having frequent diarrhea

If you suffer from diarrhoea regularly and there is no apparent reason for it, it could be a sign of a serious problem in the stomach or intestines.

Regular constipation problem

Persistent constipation and problems in cleaning the stomach can also be a sign of the onset of stomach or intestinal cancer.

Weight loss despite a normal diet

If you are taking a normal diet, yet your weight is decreasing rapidly, then this can be an early sign of cancer.

Sudden lump in any part of the body

Sudden lump in any part of the body can be a sign of cancer. Do not ignore this lump and consult a doctor immediately.

Black mole that suddenly starts growing

If any mole on your body suddenly starts growing or its shape or colour starts changing, then it could be a sign of skin cancer.